BalliangVIC · suburb profile
VIC 3340 · Moorabool
Daily life in Balliang is likely to be quiet and community-focused, with a significant portion of the population working from home (33.6%). The suburb's rural setting and reliance on car travel for commuting (59.3% drive) suggest a lifestyle that is less dependent on public transport. The local economy is supported by industries such as sheep farming and grain growing, reflecting the agricultural nature of the area.
The read
What living here is actually like
Balliang is a small rural community with a total population of 256 people. The median age is 44, which is higher than the Victorian average of 38, indicating a mature population. The suburb has a balanced gender distribution with 51.6% male and 48.4% female residents. Family structures are predominantly couples without children, making up 52.1% of households, while couples with children account for 38.4%. The area is characterized by separate houses, which constitute 93.9% of the housing stock, with a high rate of home ownership at 46.3% owned outright.
Buyer fit
Who this suburb suits
One score per buyer type, out of 100, built from the demographic, housing and commute profile. Strongest first.
Buyer-fit score
Balliang · 0–100
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| Buyer type | Score |
|---|---|
| Families | 70 |
| Retirees | 65 |
| Professionals | 60 |
| First home buyers | 55 |
| Investors | 50 |
Why families score highest
The signals doing the work
- High percentage of family households - 84.7%
- Average household size of 2.8 people
- Predominance of separate houses - 93.9%
- Moderate median weekly rent - $300
Against the state
How Balliang differs from Victoria
Every bar is this suburb. The vertical tick is the Victorian figure — the gap between them is the story.
Housing & movement
What’s built here, and how people leave in the morning
Dwelling mix
Share of occupied private dwellings
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| Dwelling type | Share |
|---|---|
| Separate houses | 93.9% |
How people get to work
Method of travel, 2021 Census
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| Method | Share |
|---|---|
| Worked from home | 33.6% |
| Drove a car | 59.3% |
| Car passenger | 5.3% |
Costs 2021 Census
Census figures, collected in 2021. Rents and repayments have moved since — for what property is selling for now, see .
Top occupations
Share of the employed workforce
Key highlights
- High home ownership - 46.3% owned outright
- Significant work-from-home population - 33.6% (vs VIC 25.7%)
- Low unemployment rate - 4.1% (vs VIC 5.0%)
- Predominantly Australian-born residents - 74.0%
- Majority of housing is separate houses - 93.9%
Things to be aware of
- Lower educational attainment - 15.5% with a bachelor's degree (vs VIC 29.2%)
- Limited diversity - 74.0% born in Australia
- Higher median age - 44 years (vs VIC 38 years)
- Limited public transport options
- Higher median monthly mortgage - $2459
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Where the richer profile lands
Schools & catchments
Zoned primary and secondary, NAPLAN bands, distances.
Transport & access
Stations, tram routes, drive time to the CBD, walkability.
Development activity
Permits approved, projects underway, zoning changes.
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Informational only — not financial, legal or planning advice. Verify zoning, overlays and catchments with the relevant council before relying on them. Data vintage: 2021 Census.